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Home to the world’s largest pedestrian street and to the world-famous statue of the Little Mermaid, the fairytale city of Copenhagen is Scandinavia’s largest city and one of its liveliest. Dotted with parks, gardens, water fountains and squares, the city combines a charming laid-back feel with an exciting, exuberant atmosphere. Begin your exploration of the city at the Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek, a museum owned by the famous brewery that features outstanding classical art and fine Impressionist painting. Witness the pomp and ceremony of the changing of the guard at Copenhagen’s Amalienborg Palace - home of the Royal Family since 1794 - or take a trip to the Helligandskirke, one of Copenhagen’s oldest churches, which also features a summer caf? and regular art exhibitions. Other museums and buildings of note include the Musical History Museum, which houses an impressive array of musical instruments dating back one thousand years, and the Nationalmuseet, whose vast and eclectic collection takes the breath away. Don’t miss the Tivoli Gardens, located in the heart of Copenhagen. This century-old amusement park is one of Copenhagen’s most popular attractions and with its thousands of flowers and dazzling bejewelled lights, it is a real-life wonderland of rides, restaurants, and entertainment for young and old alike. Sample the live classical music at Tivoli Concert Hall or stumble across free outdoor performances at one of the many city parks and squares. Lose yourself along Stroget, the world’s longest pedestrian street, where you can dine at one of the many cafes and restaurants and marvel at the many street performers. Look out for the statue of Hans Christian Anderson in Radhuspladsen, Copenhagen’s main square and then stroll or take a ferry to admire the bronze statue of one of his most famous fairytale creations, the charming Little Mermaid, who has been guarding Copenhagen’s harbourside since 1913. Rent one of Copenhagen’s free city bicycles and tour around the cobbled streets and quays of this most accessible and cheerful of cities, enjoy an afternoon picnic in one of its many parks and squares and visit a museum before dining either in the summer air or indoors at winter under the subtle glow of candlelight. Sample the magic of Copenhagen, a fairytale city that allows you explore at an enjoyable pace. Transportation in Copenhagen Getting There & Away Most planes landing in Denmark from overseas will bounce their way down the runways of Copenhagen international airport to the south of the city. The tarmac here constitutes one of northern Europe's main air entry points and greets pretty much all the major European and North American carriers, as well as several from the Middle East and south Asia - from Africa, the only direct flights to Copenhagen are from Kenya and South Africa. Denmark's domestic carrier, Maersk Air, links the capital with Billund, Esbjerg and R?nne. The completion in July 2000 of the Øresundsfordindelsen (Øresund Fixed Link), a road-rail system comprising almost 16km (10mi) of bridges and tunnels (not to mention an artificial island) between Malm? in southern Sweden and Copenhagen, has given the Danish capital a welcome (albeit artificial) land link with the rest of Scandinavia and Western Europe. Previously, the only option for international overland travel was a trip down the Jutland Peninsula into northern Germany. The cheapest earthbound way of travelling to Copenhagen from elsewhere in Europe is by bus. The biggest regional operator servicing the city is Eurolines, which runs most of the relevant buses daily during summer and between two to five times a week in winter. The imposing bulk of Central Station is the terminal for rail services east across the Øresund to Sweden and west across Zealand to the other main Danish regions of Funen and Jutland; Central Station is also where you can catch buses to elsewhere in Denmark. Getting Around Copenhagen international airport is on the southern outskirts of the city, a 12-minute train ride from Central Station or a 15-minute dash from the centre in a taxi. A local bus service (No 250S) connects the airport with Radhuspladsen, the city's central square, and also with Central Station - it costs the same as the train (19.50Dkr; US$2.50) but the trip takes 35 minutes. There's also a direct SAS (Scandinavian Airlines) bus running from the airport to Central Station and the SAS hotels located in the city. The city's extensive public transport system comprises a metro rail network called S-train, with 10 lines passing through Central Station, and a bus system called HT (or Hovedstadsomradets Trafikselskab for those who like tongue-twisters) that uses Radhuspladsen as its main terminal. Fares for both are charged according to a zone system, with a variety of single, multiple-ride or daily tickets available. Taxis are a more expensive option, costing about US$2.60 at flagfall plus around US$1.50 per kilometre (a little more at night and on weekends) - a service charge is included in the fare so don't worry about tipping. A car isn't necessary for exploring the inner-city sights, which are easily accessible via a leisurely stroll or public transport, but is useful for getting further afield. Unlike the driving situation in many other European capital cities, Copenhagen's traffic doesn't require you to have passed a physical examination and be suited up in armour before hitting the streets, with morning and afternoon peak-hour bottlenecks being the only real hassle. A new underground metro system is in the works and is scheduled to run a limited schedule by 2003 and open for full service in 2005. Shopping Guide Danes are in Fashion In recent years Copenhagen's fashion designers have emerged as world leaders, and there are now Danish designers working in several of the world's top fashion houses in Paris, Milan, London and New York. As a result, Copenhagen's shops boast an abundance of fresh fashion talent, many based in and around the city's fashion streets. Fasion streets: Ströget & Kebmagergade Are the two longest pedestrian shopping streets in Copenhagen. International titans like Prada, Cerutti and Boss are represented at the Kgs. Nytorv end of Strøget, but if you are shopping on a budget, head further down the pedestrian street where you'll find excellent value clothes at shops like Hennes & Mauritz. Branching off at a right angle to Amagertorv, is Köbmagergade, good for mid-price clothes stores like Benetton and Diesel, and also featuring numerous smaller independent clothes, eyewear and shoeshops. The Department store Illum is halfway along Strøget on Amagertorv and Kgs. Nytorv is the home of Scandinavia’s largest department store: Magasin du Nord. Kronprinsensgade Situated a little down Köbmagergade, to the right. Here you'll find popular Danish fashion names like Munthe plus Simonsen (Danish Supermodel Helena Christensen's favourite) and Bruuns Bazaar, while nearby is the effortlessly cool Swedish designer Filippa K. Adelgade, Grönnegade and Ny Østergade If you take a slight detour from the Kgs. Nytorv Square end of Ströget into the Grönnegade quarter, you’ll find charming, narrow streets lined with colourful, half-timbered houses converted into shops. Fashion is this area’s strong point, both hip street wear and classic clothing, from leading Danish designers and international names. Second hand shops are also a great source of bargain clothes, many of the best lie in the streets adjacent to Ströget in Pisserend. Top Attractions in Copenhagen Tivoli Gardens The Tivoli Gardens lie in the centre of Copenhagen. They consist of a world-famous garden, amusement park, museum and outdoor theatre. Founded in 1843, the Tivoli Gardens have been visited by some 270 million people. The Gardens open for the summer season in April with a spectacular opening ceremony but even if you miss that there are fireworks shows twice weekly as well a food festival and an international concert series. The Little Mermaid Statue The Statute of the Little Mermaid is one of the most recognisable symbols of Copenhagen. Inspired by a Hans Christian Andersen story, this charming statue reclines on a rock at the harbor mouth near the ruins of Kastellet fortress. The sculpture was erected in 1913 and is 1.25 meters high. Rundetaarn (Round Tower) The Rundetaarn (Round Tower) is Europe's oldest functioning observatory. Constructed in the 17th century, it consists of a spiralling 209 meter stairway/ramp which ascends within the structure. The panoramic views over the city are well worth the climb. The tower houses concert and exhibition rooms and there are numerous classical concerts and art exhibitions held here throughout the year. Amalienborg Palace The Amalienborg Palace is home to the Danish royal family. Built in 1794 to commemorate the Oldenburg family's 300-year reign, it is Denmark’s finest example of rococo architecture. It is comprised of four identical palaces, Christian VII's Mansion, Christian VIII's Mansion, Frederik VIII's Mansion and Christian IX's Mansion. The four palaces surround an octagonal square, one of the most beautiful in Europe, with Saly's equestrian statue of Frederik V in the middle. Every day at noon you can see the changing of the guard. There are also a number of rooms open to the public. The National Museum Built in 1746 as a prince’s palace, the National Museum of Denmark was renovated in the early 1990s. The museum has since lost much of its staid atmosphere and taken on a more modern ambiance. It is divided into prehistoric, medieval, Renaissance and 18th century sections and also features the royal collection of coins and medals, classical antiques, the ethnographic collection, the 'please touch' display on Greenland and the children's museum. The museum is so big that it is virtually impossible to see everything in one day. One of the museum’s most famous collections is the Inuit treasure collection, one of the oldest and largest in the world with over 10,000 items displayed. The Tycho Brahe Planetarium The Tycho Brahe Planetarium is housed in an amazing cylindrical shaped building. It opened in 1989 and is the county’s foremost planetarium. It houses a permanent exhibition of astronomy and space travel where visitors learn through highly interactive and technologically advanced displays. Investigate, explore and learn about some of the many mysteries of space. The planetarium also houses an Omnimax cinema. With its 1,000 square meter screen, it is highly exhilarating and well worth a look. The Free City of Christiania Set up in 1971, the Free City of Christiania is a 20 acre ‘alternative’ society or enclave, located right in the middle of Copenhagen. About 1,000 non-tax paying citizens of Copenhagen (mainly hippies, artists, and political activists) live in Christiania which is a former-military barracks. There is plenty to see and do here with restaurants, coffee bars, shops and music venues attracting people from all over Denmark and the world. A visit to Christiania is an interesting and worthwhile experience, although it is not for the prudish or easily offended. The Erotica Museum If the free city of Christiania is not your scene, then stay well away from the Erotica Museum! Established nearly 30 years ago when Denmark first liberalized pornography, (the first county in the world to do so) the museum is the oldest ‘serious’ erotica museum in the world. It traces erotic history from ancient times to the present day. Exhibits include erotic paintings, postcards, photos, films, magazines, sculptures, sex-toys and much, much more. It also features lifelike tableaux of the history of erotica with scenes from the days of ancient Rome through the 19th century as well as details of the sex lives of the rich and famous. Frederikskirke (The Marble Church) The 200 year old Frederikskirke or Marble Church is more impressive than Copenhagen Cathedral. Originally designed to rival St. Peter's in Rome, the church took over 100 years to build (due to budget restrictions) and features one of the largest copper domes in the world. Around the exterior are 16 statues of a range of religious leaders from Moses to Luther, and below them are sculptures of eminent Danish ministers and bishops. If you’re feeling fit, you can climb the 273 steps to the outdoor balcony and gaze at the beautiful view. The Royal Cast Collections (Den Kongelige Afstøbningssamling) Den Kongelige Afstøbningssamling is a collection of about 2,000 casts of masterpieces from 2500 B.C. until 1600 A.D. It is one of the oldest and largest cast collections in the world. Founded in 1895, the collection has recently moved from its home to Vestindisk Pakhus, a restored warehouse overlooking Copenhagen harbour. You can see casts masters from museums located all over the world without ever leaving the building. The collection includes enormous Egyptian sphinxes, the Venus de Milo, the Pergamon altar, and marble sculptures from the temples of the Acropolis in Athens. Most of the collection was assembled between 1870 and 1915 by leading European plaster workshops.

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